MAC 1105 – COLLEGE ALGEBRA



MAT 1100 4702 – EXPLORATIONS IN MATHEMATICS AND QUANTITATIVE LITERACY

SYLLABUS---Fall 2014

Tu Th 2:00 P.M.-3:15 P.M.

NM 157

INSTRUCTOR Hannah Johnson

OFFICE 30 Minutes Prior to class (Room TBA)

CONTACT INFO johnson.hannah@spcollege.edu

DEAN OF MATHEMATICS Jimmy Chang

LOCATION SP SA 215B

CONTACT INFO (727)341-4305chang.jimmy@spcollege.edu

DEPARTMENT CHAIR Joy Moore

LOCATION Clearwater Campus, NM 120

CONTACT INFO (727) 791-2542 moore.joy@spcollege.edu

TEXT MathLit, 1st Edition; Almy & Foes

ISBN Number: 9780321818454

WebAssign: My Math Lab is web-based software that offers the student an electronic version of the

textbook, as well as other resources including videos, additional examples and exercises, PowerPoint lesson slides, and sample tests, just to name a few. To enroll in MAT 1100 Section 4702 the class key is: johnson08788

My Math Lab is a very help tool which can enhance student’s learning

opportunities. All students are encouraged to actively use the software throughout the school year.

COURSE PREREQUISITE MAT 0028 or appropriate score on Mathematics Placement Test.

COURSE DESCRIPTION

Prerequisite: MAT 0028 with a minimum grade of C or MAT 0055 with a minimum grade of C or MAT 0056 with a minimum grade of C or appropriate score on the mathematics placement test. This course builds the foundation for understanding selected concepts taken from topics which include algebra, set theory, logic, geometry, probability, and statistics. Critical thinking skills, problem solving strategies, communicating mathematically, and appropriate use of technology will be incorporated throughout the course via activities and projects. 47 contact hours.

Major Learning Outcomes

1. The student will apply fundamental mathematical properties.

2. Students will demonstrate an understanding of algebraic concepts.

3. The student will demonstrate an understanding of graphing.

4. The student will apply basic concepts of set theory and mathematical logic.

5. The student will apply basic concepts in geometry.

6. The student will apply basic concepts in probability and statistics.

IMPORTANT DATES

Course Dates: 8/18 - 12/11/2014

Drop/Add: 8/22/2014

Withdrawal Date: 9/18/2014

Financial Aid:

College Closed: Labor Day: 9/1/2014

College Day: 10/22/2014

Veterans Day: 11/11/2014

Thanksgiving Break: 11/26 - 11/30/2014

COURSE REQUIREMENTS

TESTING

There will be a Midterm Exam (25% of your grade) and a Final Exam (25% of your grade). Make-up tests will be given in only extreme circumstances with proper documentation (i.e. family emergencies, injury, etc.). If an exam is missed without prior consultation (exceptions being the reasons listed above), the score for that exam is a “0.” The final, which is comprehensive and mandatory, will be given. Both tests will be proctored in class. Scientific calculators (TI-30 or equivalent) are required. Graphing calculators are optional and not mandatory. However, calculators more advanced than TI-84 are absolutely not permitted.

PROJECTS

There will be two projects assigned throughout the semester. Each project will be completed in class in a group of 2 or maximum of 3. Make-up projects will be given in only extreme circumstances with proper documentation (i.e. family emergencies, injury, etc.). If allowed to make up a project, the student will work individually on the entire assignment. If a project is missed without prior consultation (exceptions being the reasons listed above), the score for that exam is a “0.” Each project will count for 25% of the grade.

CLASSWORK

During class sessions that are not designated for a project or exam, we will be working in groups of 2 or 3. During this time you and your partner(s) will be working on concepts that were covered in the class. Active participation between all group members is expected. Throughout the semester you will be engaging in active learning. If any problems arise in a group that is not solvable, we will work together to come up with a solution.

HOMEWORK

Homework will be assigned for each section. It is highly recommended that you keep up with the homework and do all the problems assigned.

ATTENDANCE AND WITHDRAWAL POLICY

Students are expected to attend class regularly and on time. The college wide attendance policy is included in the Syllabus Addendum: . The policy notes that each instructor is to exercise professional judgment and define “active participation” in class (and therefore “attendance”), and publish that definition in each syllabus.

An active participant of this class will have not missed more than the equivalent of two weeks of class. Furthermore, a student will attend class for the entire allotted class time. If a student is excessively late and/or leaves class early, he or she may be considered to not be an active participant. Emergencies happen, if one is to arise, please communicate with your instructor to come up with an appropriate attendance plan.

Students who are not actively participating in class as defined in an instructor's syllabus will be reported to the Administration during the week following the last date to withdraw with a “W” (as posted in the academic calendar on the college’s web site). A grade of “WF” will be assigned to students who are not actively participating during the week following the last day to withdraw with a W grade.

Absences for religious reasons – Students are to notify instructors in advance of an anticipated absence to observe religious holidays. There is no penalty for such absences. Students are responsible for making up work covered during such an absence and should be given a reasonable amount of time to do so. Major class assignments, exams and official ceremonies should be scheduled at times that do not conflict with major religious holy days when possible.

GRADING POLICY

Project 1: 25%

Midterm: 25%

Project 2: 25%

Final: 25%

The grading scale is:

90 – 100 = A

80 – 89 = B

70 – 79 = C

60 – 69 = D

Below 60 = F

In order to pass this course with a C or above, your overall course grade must be 70% or higher.

To Calculate your class grade:

(Project 1 score)*.25+(Midterm score)*.25+(Project 2 score)*.25+(Final Exam score)*.25=Final grade

DISCIPLINE SPECIFIC INFORMATION

Calculator Policy: A scientific and or graphing calculator (up to a TI 84) is permitted for this course. TI-89 calculators are NOT permitted. Cell-phone calculators will NOT permitted. Some pre-programmed calculators will not be permitted on tests because students are required to be able to perform these tasks by hand.

Conduct/ Integrity: Cheating in any form will NOT be tolerated at St. Petersburg College. The College has an official policy on academic honesty. Please refer to SPC’s Academic Honesty Policy for further details.



Help Session: All students are encouraged to ask content questions during scheduled class time; however, if a student has questions relating to content material outside of class, he or she is encouraged to contact the instructor via email or during office hours.

Free Tutoring: The Learning Support Commons provides free math tutoring on the Clearwater Campus in LA-100. The following link provides further information:

STUDENT’S EXPECTATIONS AND INSTRUCTOR’S EXPECTATIONS

: College-wide student expectations are located in the Syllabus Addendum: .

The following is a link to the student handbook for SPC:

It is highly recommended you devote extra time to study and understand the material. Know the concepts in this course very well, as you will be expected to apply what you know immediately after this course. Allow as much time as possible to succeed in this course.

STUDENT SURVEY OF INSTRUCTION

The Student Survey of Instruction is administered in courses each semester in Angel. It is designed to improve the quality of instruction at St. Petersburg College. All student responses are confidential and anonymous and will be used solely for the purpose of performance improvement.

HURRICANE EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS

In the event that a hurricane or other natural disaster causes significant damage to St. Petersburg College facilities, you may be provided the opportunity to complete your course work online. Following the event, please visit the college web site for an announcement of the College’s plan to resume operations.

This syllabus is currently available in D2L for your convenience. Log in to D2L to confirm that you have access, reporting any difficulty to the SPC Student Technical Call Center at 727-341-4357 or via email at Onlinehelp@spcollege.edu.

I have read, understand, and agree to abide fully by the parameters set in this syllabus and Syllabus Addendum.

Student Signature: Date:

MAT 1100 Minimum Sections we will cover

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Project 1

Midterm

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Final Exam

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